Four of Elsevier’s senior officers will present at the event set for 7:30 a.m. Friday, May 31, in the Maryville University Auditorium.  Tickets, which include a continental breakfast, cost $30 per person.

Jeri Shultz, director of the Institute for Continuing Studies at Maryville, says the morning presentation will give attendees a look at today’s changing workplace.

“Demands, expectations and the quest for personal satisfaction in a job continue to evolve,”
she said. “Experts on this panel will bring the audience insight on planning careers in the 21^st Century and will entertain and educate along the way.”

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Speakers are:
Toni Clogston, vice president of M&A Transition Planning at Elsevier. She has more than 25 years of experience at at the company working in finance, e-product development, project management and operations. Her experience also includes oversight of acquisition merger integration and divestiture planning services on a global basis. Her special assignments often include change management, systems implementation and process improvements.

The announcement, made yesterday (March 14), includes Maryville among 26 Division II colleges and universities that received the award for academic success rates of 90 percent or higher.

Maryville University President Mark Lombardi said the honor reflects Maryville’s vision of being one of the outstanding private universities in the country. “This is an important recognition of the outstanding quality of our student-athletes, coaching staff and faculty as they all pursue excellence inside and outside the classroom,” he said.

It is another indication that Maryville University’s national reputation is growing.

U.S. News & World Report ranked Maryville the No. 1 over-performing university in the country in December. Maryville is one of only three St. Louis institutions in the national universities category to achieve ranked status in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges – 2013 publication.

Simon Fraser University in the Vancouver suburb of Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada also received honors with a 100 percent graduation mark. It is the NCAAs first international member institution.

Pat O’Brien, president of West Texas A&M University and chair of the Division II Presidents Council said, “This is the second year for this award and the first in which any institution has reported an Academic Success Rate of 100 percent. Maryville and Simon Fraser deserve enormous credit for achieving such excellence over a four-year period. In fact, all of the institutions on the list deserve a high degree of respect.”

Maryville University Athletics Director Marcus Manning said the award reflects Maryville’s commitment to its student athletes. “Experiencing success in the classroom and ultimately graduating is all part of the transformational experience Maryville students should have,” he said. “This is a great honor and it reflects who we are and what we value.”

Maryville University is a member of the Great Lakes Valley Conference. William Jewell College, another GVLC member institution, was also recognized with a 99 percent academic success rate.

Some 26 schools received accolades from the Division II Academic Requirements Committee. The division’s Academic Success Rate measures graduation rates for student athletes, including transfer students and those not receiving athletically related financial aid. The inclusion of student athletes who do not receive athletically related financial aid distinguishes the Division II model from Division I’s Graduation Success Rate.

For More Information Contact: Sue Davis, Executive Director of Communications and Community Relations, at sdavis5@maryville.edu or 314-529-9340 W, 314-578-2991 C.

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Lindsey Naber, Marketing Manager, Key Accounts, Rawlings Sporting Goods, 510 Maryville University Drive,St. Louis, MO 314.819.2831 – office; 314.363.1039 – cell; Lnaber@rawlings.com

Sue Davis, Executive Director of Marketing & Community Relations, Maryville University, 650 Maryville University Drive, St. Louis, MO 314.529.9340 – office; 314-578-2991 – cell; sdavis5@maryville.edu

ST. LOUIS  — Rawlings Sporting Goods and Maryville University, two highly regarded St. Louis organizations, announced today during a news conference at Busch Stadium that Rawlings has named the University’s signature, sport business management program, creating the first corporate-named sport business management program in the nation.

Rawlings President and CEO Robert Parish made the announcement and said Rawlings Sporting Goods is extremely pleased to establish the formal tie with Maryville. “We have worked with Maryville University for many years and today we recognize more formally the caliber of the Sport Business Management faculty, the program and Maryville’s students,” he said. “Graduates of the Rawlings Sport Business Management Program will play pivotal roles in the business of sport. As alumni and undergraduates, they have already brought invaluable insight to marketing research and product development efforts at Rawlings. Organizations in St. Louis and beyond will benefit as these outstanding men and women pursue careers in the industry.”

Parish and Maryville University President Mark Lombardi unveiled a new logo for the program at the event.

Lombardi said the partnership moves Maryville to the next level. “We thank Rawlings for believing in Maryville as much as we believe in Rawlings,” he said. “We are pleased to align ourselves with an international corporation with a rich tradition that reflects our core values of excellence and continuous learning. Our students will gain invaluable insight by working with executives at Rawlings and Maryville University athletics teams will have access to the newest equipment and uniforms.”

St. Louis Cardinals President William DeWitt III was on hand for the festivities. “We are excited to see two of our great partners joining forces to prepare the next generation of sports business leaders,” DeWitt said. “The Rawlings Sport Business Management Program at Maryville should benefit both our industry and our community as it attracts some of the best students from around the country to its innovative program.”

Jason Williams, assistant dean of the Simon School of Business, the director of the Rawlings Sport Business Management Program and the initiator of the agreement, said the University’s partnership with Rawlings, the premier sporting goods manufacturer in the United States, would enhance the education Maryville students receive. “We know students and parents value a program that teaches practical industry skills. Our agreement with Rawlings will give our sport business management graduates those practical skills, setting them apart in a highly competitive industry,” Williams said.

Students will work with Rawlings executives on a variety of new and on-going projects and will have access to some of the most influential leaders in the industry – an opportunity rarely available to undergraduates. That access will enhance student learning through real-world projects that Maryville will integrate into its curriculum. Each term, Rawlings will select one business graduate student for a paid assistantship, and many undergraduate students will engage in a variety of additional projects.

Rawlings Senior Vice President of Product Art Chou, who also often teaches at Maryville as an adjunct professor, said, “We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Maryville University and the newly named Rawlings Sport Business Management program. We are excited to help train the sports business leaders of tomorrow in addition to being actively involved with a premier NCAA Division II athletics program. Our congratulations to President Lombardi on his vision of excellence – we look forward to helping Maryville create one of the leading sports business management experiences in the country.”

Maryville’s sport business management students are involved each term with Rawlings and other organizations including the St. Louis Sports Commission, the St. Louis Cardinals, the St. Louis Blues, the St. Louis Rams and the Missouri Valley Conference. Students also complete internships at other locations across the country. Representatives from those organizations also attended the news conference. John Rooney, who broadcasts the Cardinals games with partner Mike Shannon, emceed the event.

The move boosts Maryville’s athletics programs. Rawlings will design and supply uniforms and equipment for Maryville’s basketball, baseball and softball teams, and will provide practice jerseys, other equipment and clothing. The Saints compete at the NCAA Division II level in the Great Lakes Valley Conference.

Maryville University’s Director of Athletics Marcus Manning said the agreement creates a unique opportunity for academics and athletics at Maryville to collaborate with a national company such like Rawlings. “This partnership will benefit our students, faculty, staff and entire campus community. As our official athletics supplier, Rawlings will greatly enhance our efforts in developing the Saints brand while providing access to cutting-edge products. This is truly a game-changing moment for Maryville University, and we are very grateful and very excited.”

Rawlings will develop an online store for Maryville. Students will also work with the company on special events and research projects. About 90 students are enrolled in the program that builds students expertise with unique classroom experiences, internships in professional sports and volunteer  opportunities.

ABOUT THIS AGREEMENT

This agreement builds on an established relationship between Maryville University and Rawlings Sporting Goods.This is a university-wide agreement that builds Maryville’s academic and athletics programs. Maryville’s sport business management program becomes the first corporate-named sports business management program in the country as the Rawlings Sport Business Management Program.

• Rawlings will provide scholarships, a graduate assistantship, internships and volunteer opportunities for Maryville students.
• Identified Rawlings employees will have opportunities to pursue an MBA at Maryville using tuition discounts.
• Rawlings will use interns and volunteers to conduct market research and to staff special events.
• Rawlings employees will have access to Maryville’s fitness center.

ABOUT RAWLINGS                                                                          www.rawlings.com

Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc. is an innovative manufacturer and marketer of sporting goods worldwide.  Founded in 1887, Rawlings is an authentic global sports brand, trusted by generations of athletes from the sandlot to the pros. Rawlings’ unparalleled quality and expert craftsmanship are the fundamental reasons why more athletes choose Rawlings, and why Rawlings is the Official Batting Helmet and Ball Supplier of Major League Baseball®, the official baseball of Minor League Baseball™ and the NCAA®, and the approved baseball, basketball, football and softball of the National High School Federation®.

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ABOUT MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY                                               www.maryville.edu

Maryville University, a private, independent university, enrolls just over 4,200 students and offers more than 50 undergraduate majors, 11 master’s degrees and five doctoral programs. In December, U.S. News & World Report named Maryville the top over-performing university in the country in the national universities category.

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Maryville University President Mark Lombardi said the report enhances the value of all Maryville University degrees. “This shows we are doing outstanding work for our students inside and outside the classroom and reminds us that it takes time for reputations to grow. The first step to an outstanding national reputation is always exceptional performance.”

Maryville University ranked 160^th in U.S. News’ National Universities Category for 2013 when measurable metrics were studied. Collegiate peers ranked Maryville at 247for academic reputation, but high school guidance counselors, who often follow their students closely as they move to college campuses, ranked Maryville 92 points higher at 155.

St. Mary’s University of Minnesota ranked first with a 149-point difference between high school guidance counselors assessments and college peer marks. The University of St. Thomas (MN) ranked third with an 82-point spread, Biola University (CA) came in fourth with a 67-point difference between the two groups’ opinion.

U.S. News & World Report named Maryville University the top over-performing university in the country in December.

Maryville is an independent, private university in suburban St. Louis that enrolls 4,200 students.

For more information:

Sue Davis, Executive Director of Marketing, 314-529-9340 (office), sdavis5@maryville.edu, 314-578-2991 (cell)

Please note that locations vary for these Maryville Talks Books events, with complete details below. Admission to the on-campus events is free and open to the public, with seating on a first-come, first-served basis. The off-campus Michael Pollan talk is a ticketed event.

Authors give a lecture, engage in a question-and-answer session and sign books, available for purchase at the events courtesy of Left Bank Books. Maryville Talks Books is co-sponsored by Maryville University, HEC-TV, St. Louis Public Radio 90.7 KWMU and Left Bank Books.

David Von Drehle – Rise to Greatness: Abraham Lincoln and America’s Most Perilous Year

Friday, Jan. 18, at 7 p.m.

Maryville University Buder Commons

In Rise to Greatness, acclaimed author David Von Drehle creates both a deeply human portrait of President Abraham Lincoln and a dramatic narrative about 1862, a fateful year in American history. This book traces the many difficult choices Lincoln faced during this year of the Civil War and how the experiences forged him into a singular leader.

Lisa Gardner – Touch & Go

Sunday, Feb. 10, at 4 p.m.

Ethical Society of St. Louis, 9001 Clayton Rd
New York Times bestselling author Lisa Gardner returns with a heart-thumping thriller about what lurks behind the facade of a family that appears to be perfect. When investigator Tessa Leoni arrives at a crime scene in the Denbes’ home, it appears the family has been abducted, with only a pile of their most personal possessions remaining behind. She must uncover the family’s secrets to try and figure out where they’ve gone. No witnesses, no ransom demands, no motive.  Just an entire family, vanished without a trace.

Daniel H. Pink – To Sell Is Human: The Surprising Truth about Moving Others

Wednesday, March 6, at 7 p.m.

Maryville University Auditorium

Whether it’s employees pitching colleagues on a new idea, entrepreneurs seeking investors, or parents encouraging children to study, people spend their days trying to move others. To Sell Is Human offers a fresh look at the art and science of selling. The result is a perceptive and practical book that offers fresh perspective and ultimately may transform what readers do at work, at school and at home. Daniel H. Pink,  who served as chief speechwriter to Vice President Al Gore from 1995 to 1997, is known for his books on the modern work environment.

Elizabeth Strout – The Burgess Boys

Friday, April 12, at 7 p.m.

Maryville University Library

Elizabeth Strout “animates the ordinary with astonishing force” according to The New Yorker her Pulitzer Prize-winning Olive Kitteridge.  Tender, tough-minded, loving, and deeply illuminating about the ties that bind us to family and home, The Burgess Boys follows brothers Jim and Bob Burgess, who escaped from their Maine hometown as soon as they possibly could after their father’s death… until Susan–the Burgess sibling who stayed behind–urgently calls them home to help with her troubled teenage son.

Michael Pollan – Cooked: A Natural History of Transformation

Thursday, May 9, at 7 p.m.

This is a ticketed event

http://cooked.brownpapertickets.com/  Ticket admits one person and includes one copy of Cooked. $35.00 ($37.22 w/service fees).

Chaminade College Preparatory School, Skip Viragh Center for the Arts, 425 S. Lindbergh

In Cooked, Michael Pollan explores the enduring power of the four classical elements _fire, water, air, and earth _to transform the stuff of nature into delicious things to eat and drink. Apprenticing himself to a succession of culinary masters, Pollan learns how to grill with fire, cook with liquid, bake with bread and ferment everything from cheese to beer. In the course of his journey, he discovers that the cook stands squarely between nature and culture. Both realms are transformed by cooking, and so, in the process, is the cook. Ticket packages are available at brownpapertickets.com.

Pollan is the author of four New York Times bestsellers: Food Rules: An Eater’s Manual; In Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto; The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals and The Botany of Desire: A Plant’s-Eye View of the World. The Omnivore’s Dilemma was named one of the ten best books of 2006 by both The New York Times and The Washington Post.

Contact Information for the events:

Chris Hollenbeck, Special Events Coordinator, 314-529-6854 (office), chollenbeck@maryville.edu

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Sue Davis, Executive Director of Marketing, 314-529-9340 (office), sdavis5@maryville.edu, 314-578-2991 (cell)

Betsy Taylor, Senior Writer/Editor, 314-529-9341 (office), btaylor4@maryville.edu

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Experts at U.S. News & World Report looked at data from the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges 2013, then took peer assessment and compared it to actual rankings. Maryville University’s performance is 87 places above its peer assessments.

Maryville University President Mark Lombardi said the report enhances the value of all Maryville University degrees. “This shows we are doing outstanding work for our students inside and outside the classroom and reminds us that in higher education great reputation lags behind great performance,” Lombardi said. “Studies such as this one communicate to parents, students, other universities and prospective employers of our graduates that Maryville University exemplifies a daily commitment to excellence.”

Maryville, founded in 1872, entered the National Universities category of U.S. News & World Report rankings in 2012. It is one of only three St. Louis institutions that are ranked. The others are Washington University and St. Louis University. Maryville is also highly ranked by Forbes and Kiplinger’s as a best value.

As a private, independent university, Maryville enrolls 4,203 students and offers 50 undergraduate majors, 10 master’s degrees and four doctoral degrees. Maryville has created its outstanding reputation based on academic outcomes, small classes, individualized student attention and academic excellence.

Read the story as reported by Huffington Post, The St. Louis Business Journal, KSDK NewsChannel 5 and Channel 4-KMOV.com.

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Sue Davis, Executive Director of Marketing, 314-529-9340 (office), sdavis5@maryville.edu, 314-578-2991 (cell)
Betsy Taylor, Senior Writer/Editor, 314-529-9341 (office), btaylor4@maryville.edu

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Reeves has worked closely with oncology patients and is particularly knowledgeable about effective care for those receiving bone marrow transplants to aid in strength and recovery. She has presented on this topic through lectures and poster presentations, both in classrooms and with other professionals through the Missouri Physical Therapy Association, the American Physical Therapy Association, the American Society for Bone and Marrow Transplantation, the SIUE Nurses Researcher Society and the Interdisciplinary Research Conference Board at Barnes-Jewish Hospital.

Reeves, a Ferguson resident, has served in many professional and community service roles at Maryville University, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University, the American Physical Therapy Association, and Harvest Church of St. Louis. She has served on the American Physical Therapy Association’s Diversity Task Force.

Reeves graduated from Maryville University with a bachelor’s degree in health sciences in 2002 and a master of science in physical therapy in 2003.  After gaining some professional experience, she later attended Boston University where she earned her doctorate in physical therapy.

Reeves is married to Jason Reeves and is the mother of three. She received the award on Dec. 8 at Maryville’s School of Health Professions’ hooding ceremony.

The new website profiles international students and looks at why they chose to study in Missouri. The site also profiles Missouri students about the value of their experiences abroad. Students and parents contemplating study abroad will find resources and links to Study Missouri member institutions and sponsors. A calendar of events lists international education meetings and events around the state. The new website is available at www.studymissouri.net

The goals of Study Missouri fit well with Maryville’s strong commitment to international education, which draws strength from relationships with other institutions. Maryville’s Director of the Center for Global Education James E. Harf said, “Maryville University’s global mission is to internationalize the university and prepare our students to become globally ready, armed with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to function effectively in today’s globalized society.” Maryville’s campus and overseas programs encourage students to appreciate the diversity of the human condition and to develop the desire and capacity to become engaged in addressing the issues of a global society, Harf explained.

Maryville administers a comprehensive, short-term study abroad program led by faculty on behalf of a seven-institution consortium called the Missouri Study-Abroad Inter-Collegiate Consortium (MOSAIC). Harf explained MOSAIC’s mission is to provide a range of summer programs, staffed by faculty from member institutions. It is open to all collegiate students, from member institutions and other colleges throughout the United States. Faculty members from MOSAIC institutions offer the courses. Maryville administers the programs as well as the academic transcripts for MOSAIC. For summer 2013, faculty-led programs include Oxford/London (England), Limerick (Ireland), Florence (Italy), and Madrid (Spain).

Other schools in MOSAIC include Central Methodist University, Columbia College, Culver-Stockton College, Fontbonne University, Missouri Valley College and Millersville University.

On campus, Maryville University is working to expand its international reach. The University’s new Director of International Admissions Kirstin Kahaloa recently returned from a trip to the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand.

She is part of a new group of admissions officials from eight schools, calling itself the Missouri, Iowa and Minnesota (MIM) group. Kahaloa traveled to the Philippines independently on behalf of Maryville, but visited the countries with the MIM tour, so that overseas schools could learn more about several Midwest institutions at once.

Currently, Maryville has more than 90 international students, with China, Saudi Arabia and Kenya as the three top international countries that students come from.

Kahaloa notes that a strong presence of international students helps shape the campus. “Students learn about the world by having international students here. In a globalized world, students need to know how to communicate with others from around the world.”

Other schools involved with the MIM group include the University of Missouri, Truman State University, Saint Louis University, St. Olaf College, St. Catherine’s University, the University of Iowa and Kirkwood Community College.

The number of international students in Missouri grew to more than 16,000 in 2012, up 6.3 percent over last year, according to the just-released Open Doors Report. Missouri is 13th in the nation in the number of international students enrolled in the state’s colleges and universities. More than a quarter of international students studying in Missouri are from China, followed by India, South Korea, Saudi Arabia and Nepal/Japan. Most international students pay full tuition at Missouri institutions. Their total expenditures in Missouri last year were estimated to be $417.8 million.

The number of Missouri students who studied abroad declined slightly, from just over 5,000 to 4,650.

Commissioner of Higher Education David Russell says international education pays big dividends to students who take advantage of it. “Studying in a foreign land enriches you academically, culturally and personally,” Russell said. “It stretches your intellectual capacity to read and converse in a foreign language, gives you a deeper understanding of other cultures and values, and expands your ability to adapt to new situations. Increasingly, employers look for employees who can bring that global familiarity and comfort level.”

Chad Stebbins, president of the Study Missouri board of directors, said the redesigned site is a great user-friendly tool. “The new website can help international students choose the college that fits their academic aspirations and pocketbook,” Stebbins said. “Missouri students who want to study abroad can also use the website to find Study Missouri member institutions that offer high quality academic programs anywhere in the world.”

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Sue Davis, Executive Director of Marketing, 314-529-9340 (office), sdavis5@maryville.edu, 314-578-2991 (cell)
Betsy Taylor, Senior Writer/Editor, 314-529-9341 (office), btaylor4@maryville.edu

Maryville University and other schools on the list have outstanding qualities parents and students seek in higher education. They offer top-notch education at a reasonable cost. Maryville students enjoy small class sizes, and recognize the University’s outstanding retention rate for first-year students and high four-year graduation rate.

“Kiplinger’s list of the best private colleges has become a recognized and respected resource for families researching the best value in college education,” said Janet Bodnar, editor of Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine. “The schools on this year’s list offer students both academic excellence and affordability, which is increasingly important in this challenging economic landscape.”

Maryville University President Mark Lombardi said, ““We are proud to have Kiplinger’s recognize our institution for the second straight year. Maryville takes great pride in providing an outstanding educational experience that is also a great value for parents and their students. And we are always working to improve and enhance that experience both inside and outside the classroom.” 

About Kiplinger

For nine decades, the Kiplinger Organization has led the way in personal finance and business forecasting. Founded in 1920 by W.M. Kiplinger, the company developed one of the nation’s first successful newsletters in modern times. The Kiplinger Letter, launched in 1923, remains the longest continuously published newsletter in the United States. In 1947, Kiplinger created the nation’s first personal finance magazine. Kiplinger.com is the fastest-growing Web site in the personal finance space. Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, the Kiplinger editors remain dedicated to delivering sound, unbiased advice for your family and your business in clear, concise language.

About Maryville University

Maryville students choose from 50 undergraduate, 10 master’s and four doctoral degree programs. More than 4,100 students study at Maryville through the College of Arts and Sciences, John E. Simon School of Business, School of Health Professions and the School of Education.

For more information

Sue Davis, Executive Director of Marketing, 314-529-9340 (office), sdavis5@maryville.edu, 314-578-2991 (cell)
Betsy Taylor, Senior Writer/Editor, 314-529-9341 (office), btaylor4@maryville.edu

The award goes to institutions and companies that significantly contribute to the business community and positively affect the region. Maryville President Mark Lombardi said, “We’re proud to be named as one of the `Top 50’ businesses contributing to the future prosperity and growth of the St. Louis area. Maryville educates students for work and life, blending top academics with opportunities to contribute to society.”

Signature Maryville programs include the St. Louis Speakers Series and Maryville Reaches out – a day of service when students are released from classes so they can volunteer across the region.

Maryville received the award at the 17th Annual Greater St. Louis Top 50 Dinner on Monday, Nov. 5. The RCGA and RubinBrown co-sponsor the program. Other sponsors include Ameren Corp., BMO Harris Bank, Edward Jones, Thompson Coburn LLP, KMOX Radio, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, stltoday.com and the St. Louis Business Journal.

About Maryville University

Founded in 1872, Maryville University is a four-year, private university located in St. Louis and ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of America’s Best Colleges in the National Universities category. Maryville students may choose from 50 undergraduate, 10 master’s and four doctoral degree programs. More than 4,100 students attend Maryville through the College of Arts and Sciences, John E. Simon School of Business, School of Health Professions and the School of Education.

For more information:

Sue Davis, Executive Director of Marketing, 314-529-9340 (office), sdavis5@maryville.edu, 314-578-2991 (cell)
Betsy Taylor, Senior Writer/Editor, 314-529-9341 (office), btaylor4@maryville.edu